East Coast Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026

Odisha
Apply By: 14 Sep 2026
Status: Active / Open

Job Description

Overview

The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE) for 2026 to fill 1421 vacancies across various safety and non-safety categories. This internal recruitment drive is specifically designed for regular employees currently serving within the East Coast Railway jurisdiction, including the former Waltair division. It serves as a significant opportunity for internal staff to advance their careers within the railway hierarchy through a competitive examination process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operating locomotives safely while adhering to strict railway signaling protocols and schedules.
  • Managing station operations, including train movement coordination and passenger safety oversight.
  • Supervising goods train operations to ensure efficient freight transport and logistics management.
  • Performing technical maintenance and inspections on railway infrastructure and rolling stock.
  • Handling administrative tasks, including clerical duties and ticket collection services for passengers.
  • Ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and operational guidelines mandated by the railway administration.

Why Apply

This examination provides a structured path for internal career progression, allowing employees to move into higher pay levels and specialized roles. Successful candidates benefit from the stability of a core sector government organization and the opportunity to contribute directly to the nation's vital transportation network.

Important Dates

  • Application Start: 15 August 2026
  • Application End: 14 September 2026

Quick Facts

  • Total Vacancies: 1421
  • Location: East Coast Railway Divisions
  • Category: Railway Jobs

East Coast Railway GDCE Recruitment 2026 Overview

Registration Date
15 Aug 2026 – 14 Sep 2026
Salary
Level 2 to Level 6
Vacancies
1421
Eligibility
Matriculation, ITI, Diploma, Degree
Application Link
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Vacancy Details

  • Assistant Loco Pilot: 1046
  • Station Master: 12
  • Goods Trains Manager: 284
  • Junior Engineer: 22
  • Technicians: 51
  • Junior Clerk cum Typist: 4
  • Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector: 2

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official RRC Bhubaneswar website at www.rrcbbs.org.in.
  2. Locate and click the link for the ECoR GDCE 2026 application.
  3. Enter all required personal and service-related details accurately.
  4. Upload a recent color photograph (35mm x 45mm, max 100 KB) and a scanned signature (10–40 KB).
  5. Review all information thoroughly before final submission, as no changes are permitted later.
  6. Generate and download the application form in PDF format.
  7. Obtain the necessary forwarding signature from your controlling officer.
  8. Upload the signed, scanned copy of the application to the portal.
  9. Retain a printed copy of the final submitted application for your personal records.

Cutoff Marks

UR: 40%, OBC: 30%, SC: 30%, ST: 25%

Application Fee

There is no application fee specified for this recruitment process.

Age Limit

42 years for UR, 45 years for OBC, 47 years for SC/ST as on 01.01.2027.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of a single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT) for all candidates. Following the CBT, specific posts require additional stages such as a Computer Based Aptitude Test (CBAT) for ALP and Station Master, or a Computer Based Typing Skill Test (CBTST) for Junior Clerk cum Typist. Candidates are shortlisted based on merit in the CBT. Final selection involves Document Verification and a mandatory Medical Fitness Test to ensure candidates meet the physical standards required for their respective roles.

Exam Pattern

The CBT duration varies by post, ranging from 90 to 120 minutes with 100 to 150 questions. A negative marking of 1/3rd mark applies to each incorrect answer. Qualifying marks are 40% for UR, 30% for OBC/SC, and 25% for ST.

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Organization

East Coast Railway (ECoR) invites offline applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to 04 posts of Junior Engineer (C&W) under the Railway Recruitment Cell, Bhubaneswar.

Frequently Asked Questions

ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026 is the General Departmental Competitive Examination notified by East Coast Railway's RRC Bhubaneswar (Notification No. ECoR/Pers/RRC-GDCE/2026, dated 07.08.2026) to fill 1421 vacancies against 25% of the net Direct Recruitment Quota in Safety and Non-Safety posts, open only to eligible existing ECoR employees.

There are 1421 total vacancies across Assistant Loco Pilot, Station Master, Goods Trains Manager, Junior Engineer, Technicians, Junior Clerk cum Typist, and Commercial Clerk cum Ticket Collector posts.

Only regular and eligible employees of East Coast Railway (including erstwhile Waltair division/SCoR), except RPF/RPSF staff, who currently hold lien in ECoR, are eligible to apply.

The online application closes on 14.09.2026. Ensure you submit your application well before this date to avoid any technical issues on the official portal.

Online registration for the ECoR GDCE 2026 recruitment opens on 15.08.2026. Keep your documents ready to complete the registration process promptly.

Qualification varies by post, ranging from Matriculation/SSLC with ITI or Act Apprenticeship for Assistant Loco Pilot and Technician posts, to a Degree for Station Master and Goods Trains Manager, and a Diploma/Degree in Engineering for Junior Engineer posts. Full post-wise details are in Annexure-B of the notification.

The upper age limit is 42 years for UR, 45 years for OBC, and 47 years for SC/ST candidates, reckoned as on 01.01.2027. Check the official notification for specific category-wise details.

The notification does not specify any application fee for ECoR GDCE Recruitment 2026. It is free to apply for eligible candidates.

Selection involves a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by a Computer Based Aptitude Test or Typing Skill Test for applicable posts, Document Verification, and a Medical Examination. Prepare thoroughly for the CBT as it is the primary merit-based stage.

Eligible employees must apply through a single online application on www.rrcbbs.org.in, upload the required photograph, signature, and certificates, and submit the printout through their controlling officer before the closing date.
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